A reoccurring theme in "The Norm" comic strip is Norm waking up on the floor each morning and avoiding an alarm clock with a predilection for head trauma. A comic metaphor for how we all begin our day. The animated greeting card "You Better Watch Out" uses this set up...
An example of the Norm sleeping theme.
The alarm clock is a simple gag with a visual punchline. Michael adapted an old animation test done by Kelly McNutt.
Animation by Kelly McNutt the old-fashioned way (paper!).
And this is the final result.
Created with Adobe Photoshop, After Effects and a wee bit of Toon Boom Animate.
A wish for a wonderful new year from Jantze Studios! Here are two other past animated cards.
2011 Christmas Card from Jantze Studios.
2010 Christmas Cheer from Jantze Studios.
